Yard Work

He is in his element doing lawn and garden care. Digging, wheel Barrie ferrying, hosing... It's his play.

Really Useful Child

Daniela's favorite shows are Mighty Machines and Thomas and Friends. Both have characters that seek to be really helpful and do jobs for others.

So of course I use this for getting Daniel to participate in house work. The best part is is that it doesn't feel like I am manipulating him. He says, "yes boss! Time to get the job done!" And starts out doing. It.

Like 40% of the time, anyway.
Other times he is distracted by a toy, another task, starts singing and playing, or totally forgets.
Or says,"no thank you for that job."

But the 40% of the time is golden.